As usual, it's not only semifinal spots, but also CWOSSA berths that are on the line this afternoon as the WCSSAA quarterfinals tip off. Here's what we've got scheduled:(9) Galt at (1) Grand River
Regular Season: Did Not Play
My Pick: GRCI 62, GCI 35
As a reward for defeating Elmira, the Galt Ghosts now get the unenviable task of trying to slow down the league's top offense, the Grand River Renegades.
The Rens have yet to be held under 50 points in a game during the WCSSAA regular season, and hit the 60+ mark three times while also going for 70+ three other times.
In other words, Galt's going to have to put up some serious points to keep this one competitive.
(7) KCI at (2) Cameron Heights
Regular Season: Did Not Play
My Pick: CHCI 49, KCI 33
The KCI Raiders have been improving rapidly, particularly at the offensive end as the season has gone on.
That said, they'll face their toughest foe in some time as they travel to Cameron Heights to take on the #2 Gaels.
The Raiders usually seem to be a pest come playoff time, so it will be interesting to see what Coach White has up his sleeve. On paper, the Gaels appear to be the clear favourite here.
(6) Southwood at (3) Jacob Hespeler
Regular Season: JHSS 46, SSS 25
My Pick: JHSS 43, SSS 31
I think the Sabres are a bit better than they showed the first time these squads met. The Hawks, who put up a 1-loss regular season record, should soar to the victory here but it can be interesting when these Cambridge rivals meet.
(5) WCI at (4) Bluevale
Regular Season: BCI 47, WCI 44
My Pick: WCI 53, BCI 50
I can't pick all the favourites to advance, can I? Basically, that's the reasoning for this pick in what should certainly be the most hotly contested of today's four senior quarterfinals. These teams played a 3-point game during the regular season and I wouldn't be surprised to see a similar result today.
